Strategic Events & Catering Sales Manager

BENCHMARK; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pet discount program

401K

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Hotel discounts

Job summary

Pyramid Global Hospitality's Rand Tower, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is seeking a results-driven Catering Sales/Event Planner to manage meetings, reunions, social functions and catering. The role focuses on group catering sales and event coordination, with responsibilities including direct sales and new account development.

You will upsell banquet menus, coordinate across departments, and ensure events meet client expectations while contributing to hotel profitability.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general sales techniques & processes.
• Strong follow-up and guest satisfaction skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Execute event planning for meetings, reunions, and catering.
• Coordinate group business, contracts, catering, and logistics.
• Upsell banquet menus and drive revenue for contracted events.
• Direct sales and key account management to grow catering revenue.
• Maintain organized files and effective client communication.

Skills

Event planning

Catering sales

Account management

Customer service

Time management

Job description

Pyramid Global Hospitality's Rand Tower, Minneapolis, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel, is seeking a results-driven Catering Sales/Event Planner to manage meetings, reunions, social functions and catering. The role focuses on group catering sales and event coordination, with responsibilities including direct sales and new account development.

You will upsell banquet menus, coordinate across departments, and ensure events meet client expectations while contributing to hotel profitability.